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Scottish mothers are breastfeeding for longer
A new report reveals that more mothers in Scotland are continuing to breastfeed up to six months after birth.
WHO issues new guidelines to reduce birth interventions
WHO has announced new recommendations to establish global care standards for healthy women and reduce unnecessary medical interventions.
RCM voices support for safety champions guide
A new guide designed to enable and empower the work of maternity safety champions could help to improve services, says the RCM.
Transgender woman breastfeeds baby
A new study reveals how a transgender woman in the US has been able to breastfeed a baby for six weeks exclusively.
Alternative language guide for midwives
Experts have suggested new examples of language for midwives and doctors to use when addressing the women in their care and their partners.
Ibuprofen in early pregnancy linked with fertility issues
New research suggests that taking ibuprofen in the first three months of pregnancy may affect the child’s future fertility.
UNFPA warns nearly 70 million girls face FGM by 2030
According to new research by the UN Population Fund (UNFPA), between 2015 and 2030 around 68 million girls face FGM.
CQC maternity survey shows positive results
The CQC’s national maternity survey 2017 has highlighted overall positive feedback of women who experienced maternity care in 2017.
Fetal kicks help detect malformations
Researchers have found that monitoring fetal movements in pregnant women can help in detecting fetal musculoskeletal malformations.